remove clam shall from the roof around 50x30

Published date: May 29, 2026
Modified date: May 30, 2026
  • Location: Cutchogue, New York, United States

Flat roof was installed in 2021

 

  1. To remove all the clam shells from Seagulls from the top of the roof
  2. Fix a bunch of spots where there are water leaks from the flat roof - needs to inspect.
  3. Put fishing line to prevent the seagulls being able to drop clams’ shells
  4. To paint like 10 ceiling but before checking the drywall and fix it.
  5. Needs also gutter cleaning

 

Homeowner suggestion: has a long tarp to put up to the top and put it down the dumpster, create a slide, blow it with leaf blower machine. If you Have push broom for big clams

 

 


1. Clean the roof first (no repairs until it’s clean)

You already know how to remove the shells safely:

  • Soft broom
  • Air blower on LOW
  • Pick up by hand
  • No scraping

Once the surface is clean, you can actually see the membrane.


2. Inspect the membrane for damage

Look for:

  • Cuts
  • Punctures
  • Loose seams
  • Blisters
  • Cracks around the chimney base
  • Cracks around the satellite mount

If you want, send me a close‑up photo and I’ll tell you exactly what type of roof it is (EPDM, torch‑down, TPO, etc.) and what repair it needs.


3. If the membrane is EPDM (rubber roof)

Use:

  • EPDM patch kit
  • EPDM primer
  • EPDM cover tape

Steps:

  1. Clean area with EPDM cleaner
  2. Apply primer
  3. Apply patch tape
  4. Roll it with a hand roller

4. If the roof is Torch‑Down / Modified Bitumen

Use:

  • Cold‑applied roofing cement
  • Polyester fabric
  • Granule‑surfaced patch

Steps:

  1. Apply roofing cement
  2. Embed polyester fabric
  3. Add another layer of cement
  4. Sprinkle granules

5. If the roof is TPO or PVC

These require:

  • Heat‑welded patches
    This must be done by a roofer with a heat gun — not DIY.

6. Seal around penetrations

The chimney and satellite base are common leak points.
Use:

  • Polyurethane roof sealant (NOT silicone)
    Brands: Henry, Karnak, Black Jack

Apply around:

  • Chimney flashing
  • Satellite mount
  • Any exposed fasteners

 

 


 

Final Date for Decision: May 30, 2026

Contact seller

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